Collection context
Summary
- Abstract:
- The Monroe County Indiana History mss., 1812-1959, consist of materials which relate to the history of the county.
- Extent:
- 11 Boxes (6 standard, 5 custom) and 7 folios (oversize)
- Language:
- English .
- Preferred citation:
[Item], Monroe County Indiana History mss., Lilly Library, Indiana University, Bloomington, Indiana.
Background
- Biographical / Historical:
Monroe County, Indiana, was founded in 1818, named after President James Monroe. Its history is closely connected with that of Indiana University, which resides within its borders.
- Scope and Content:
The collection includes financial, legal, and administrative records from individuals and organizations within Monroe County, Indiana, as well as copybooks and personal reminsicences about Bloomington's history.
- Acquisition information:
- Received from numerous sources at various times. Accession information is given for the majority of entries.
- Arrangement:
The collection is arranged chronologically.
- Physical location:
- Lilly - Stacks; ALF (Auxiliary Library Facility) - OVFlat
Indexed Terms
- Subjects:
- Indiana--History
- Places:
- Monroe County, Indiana
Access
- RESTRICTIONS:
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This collection is open for research.
Many collections are housed offsite; retrieval requires advance notice. Please make an appointment a minimum of one week in advance of your visit.
- TERMS OF ACCESS:
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Photography and digitization may be restricted for some collections. Copyright restrictions may apply. Before publishing, researchers are responsible for securing permission from all applicable rights holders, then filling out the Permission to Publish form.
- PREFERRED CITATION:
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[Item], Monroe County Indiana History mss., Lilly Library, Indiana University, Bloomington, Indiana.
- CAMPUS:
- Indiana University Bloomington
- LOCATION OF THIS COLLECTION:
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1200 East Seventh StreetBloomington, Indiana 47405-5500, USA
- CAMPUS:
- Indiana University Bloomington
- CONTACT:
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(812) 855-2452liblilly@indiana.edu